第１０３９堀：大山脈捜索の本当の意味 (Part2)
They are the collective term for the monsters who serve Aslin personally.
And, terrifyingly enough, they are "one-man-army" class. It is said that a single one of them is enough to topple a nation.
Well, even though I’ve been told the joke-like story that they would be defeated without a struggle if they faced Steve and his subordinates, I still can’t quite grasp the reality of it. However, I felt the overwhelming pressure of Igu-chan and Fe-chan with my own body.
That was a threat so great that I couldn't even fathom the idea of being hostile toward them for even a fraction of a second.
If even they were to lose, then it truly would be a hopeless situation. That is all there is to it.
"However, are you truly certain? If even one of those Ten Demon Beasts could assist us as reinforcements..."
Defeating the Hein Empire would be simple.
The sacrifices would be kept to a minimum as well.
『There is no reason to drag them into our battle. Nay, I do not wish to involve them. It does not seem they are unaware of the shedding of blood, but there is no need to burden them with unnecessary karma. Besides, we must think carefully about the post-war period. Yuki and Queen Seraria have their sights set firmly on that as well.』
"Indeed. Claiming we won thanks to Weed would only sow the seeds of chaos within the nation."
『This turn of events was truly convenient. Had those fools known the true strength of Aslin and the others, they would have fabricated some excuse to drag them to the front lines.』
Perhaps they heard the Emperor’s words, for the door to the room suddenly opened.
"For someone who says that, you complained quite a bit when we were about to leave, didn't you? Emperor of Yupia?"
Labyris, Milly, and Agil entered the room together.
『Umu, even so, it would still mean sending Aslin and Labyris into dangerous territory. It is a fact that I dislike it. It would be better if they simply remained by my side in peace.』
"No, please don't reply so calmly. And, were you all listening to everything?"
"Not everything, but enough. It’s not like it was something that needed to be hidden."
"That’s right. Considering the future, it would be problematic if we lent our strength openly. That is precisely why Yuki is moving to secure the rear."
It seems they have no particular objections to the Emperor keeping Aslin and the others at a distance.
『Umu. To ensure Yuki’s goodwill is not wasted, I shall see this battle through with our own strength.』
"Yes. I look forward to your support as well, everyone."
"Yeah. I don't mind that. In the first place, sticking one's nose into someone else's conflict is inherently a very delicate matter."
"This time it was sudden and accidental, after all. Still, Emperor of Yupia, Great Imperial Strategist Show, keep this in mind."
『What is it, Milly?』
"What could it be?"
When the Emperor and I asked, it was not Milly, but Agil who answered...
"Our husband, Yuki, does not wish for your deaths, nor does he wish for the collapse of the Zurable Empire. If something happens, he will intervene in ways that you couldn't possibly fathom, so you should be prepared for that much at least."
"Hehe. That's right. Yuki is very good at that sort of thing. You think you're in a pinch, but before you know it, you've won, and you end up being left with the task of cleaning up in some mysterious way you can't even begin to understand."
Hmm? I have absolutely no idea what they are talking about.
『Hmm. I do not quite understand, but... in any case, you mean to say I should charge in with peace of mind?』
"Yes. That answer is enough. Leave the rear to us. We have the Dungeon Master and this Great Mountain Range to consider, so we have neither the leeway nor the intention to participate in the frontal operation, but that is precisely why we will secure the rear with certainty."
"So you will protect our backs."
"That's right. We are pulling back completely to the rear to prepare for unforeseen circumstances. Therefore, we leave the battle with the Hein Empire entirely to you. Well, just as originally planned."
I see. So Yuki’s policy has been completely solidified.
"I believe it is better than scattering our forces half-heartedly."
『That is true. However, what will you do regarding the exchange with the General known as Wave in the Hein Empire? Are you abandoning that entirely?』
"We will negotiate that. As for military strength, it will be limited to rear support. Well, as originally planned, we will provide a certain amount of force, but that force will be treated strictly as being under the direct command of the Emperor of Yupia..."
"If the Second Front Army led by General Vol wins without issue, it won't be used, and if something happens and Your Majesty has to go to the front, it will be treated as your own strength."
They really are thinking of us, aren't they?
It can truly be called rock-solid.
『It is all too convenient for us. I know your objectives. However, as for the compensation... Umu, I am troubled as to what would be appropriate.』
"Indeed. If we are supported this much, it might cause various problems when we join the Intercontinental Exchange Alliance in the future."
My, my, it is truly impressive that they don't think for a second that they will lose.
Thus, on a certain snowy day, it became a day for us to think about our important strategy.
With this, we avoided having Aslin and the others pointlessly dragged to the battlefield.
The Zurable Empire moves to seize hegemony and peace on the continent with its own hands!
And how will Yuki and the others act during that battle? Why is Hein not moving?